Weather in Costa Rica for December 2026
In general, the average temperature in Costa Rica at the beginning of December is 28.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 29.7 °C by the end of December.
The climate of Costa Rica in December is notably wet, with an average of 13 rainy days, and a total of 63.6 mm of precipitation.
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Costa Rica Weather December
What’s the Weather Like in Costa Rica This December?
Temperatures trend during December in Costa Rica
December weather in Costa Rica day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. |  Moderate rain at times | 29° /22° | 4.4 mm | 6 | |
| 2 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 29° /22° | 2.4 mm | 6 | |
| 3 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /22° | 10.6 mm | 6 | |
| 4 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 28° /22° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 5 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /21° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| 6 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /20° | 1.6 mm | 6 | |
| 7 Dec. |  Partly cloudy | 29° /21° | 1.9 mm | 7 | |
| 8 Dec. |  Cloudy | 29° /21° | 6.5 mm | 7 | |
| 9 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /21° | 0.8 mm | 7 | |
| 10 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 30° /21° | 0.7 mm | 7 | |
| 11 Dec. |  Overcast | 30° /22° | 0.4 mm | 7 | |
| 12 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /22° | 0.4 mm | 7 | |
| 13 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /22° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 14 Dec. | Overcast | 29° /21° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
| 15 Dec. | Overcast | 29° /21° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 16 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 30° /21° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 17 Dec. | Overcast | 30° /21° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 18 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /21° | 0.2 mm | 7 | |
| 19 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /21° | 0.2 mm | 8 | |
| 20 Dec. |  Heavy rain at times | 29° /22° | 1.5 mm | 6 | |
| 21 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /21° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 22 Dec. | Cloudy | 29° /21° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 23 Dec. | Cloudy | 29° /20° | 0.2 mm | 6 | |
| 24 Dec. | Overcast | 30° /21° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 25 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /21° | 1.1 mm | 7 | |
| 26 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 30° /21° | 1.3 mm | 6 | |
| 27 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /21° | 3 mm | 7 | |
| 28 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 29° /21° | 9.6 mm | 6 | |
| 29 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /21° | 8.6 mm | 6 | |
| 30 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /22° | 6.2 mm | 6 | |
| 31 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /21° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
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Guide for Costa Rica in December
In December, Costa Rica experiences a transition from the rainy season to the dry season, resulting in varied weather patterns at the beginning and end of the month.
At the start of December, the weather in Costa Rica is characterized by lingering rainfall and higher humidity, particularly in the central and southern regions.
The average temperature in the capital, San Jose, hovers around 18°, while coastal areas such as Guanacaste and the Nicoya Peninsula enjoy warmer temperatures averaging around 25°.
As the month progresses, the rainy season gradually gives way to drier conditions, especially in the Pacific coastal areas.
By the end of December, the weather in Costa Rica becomes increasingly dry and sunny, with temperatures in San Jose averaging around 20° and coastal regions experiencing temperatures around 28°.
The transition to the dry season makes December an ideal time to visit Costa Rica for those seeking outdoor adventures and beach activities. However, it's important to note that weather patterns can vary across different regions of the country.
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